1993 Lexus GS vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1993 Lexus GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus GS | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | GS | Espace |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
